Apollo Technology Group is a fast-growing, dynamic company with a strong, supportive culture that offers many opportunities for career advancement. We are always looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team to help us continue to strive for excellence as we provide valuable, innovative solutions for our customers. We are currently looking for a Plastic Welder to join our team at our Chanhassen facility! This is a full-time, hourly position offering a complete benefits package, including competitive PTO, 8 company-paid holidays, a 401K with a company match, health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. We also offer a bright, clean and safe work environment and flexibility in standard working hours! Apply today and take the first step in working for a company where you can have a great career – not just a job!
Job Summary:
The primary objective of the Plastic Welder position is to fabricate plastic assemblies according to print specifications in a timely manner to meet customer requirements and the production schedule. This includes fabricating standard parts, as well as custom parts, building complete products, and inspecting the work performed to meet internal and external requirements.
Job Duties:
- Fabricate plastic piece parts, turntables, cabinets, and fusion assemblies, and perform solvent welding and other tasks as assigned
- Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics to determine fabrication requirements
- Select and prepare plastic materials for welding, ensuring they are clean and free from defects
- Operate hand and power tools, such as grinders and cutters, to shape and trim plastic components as required
- Inspect components to ensure they meet quality standards and make any necessary adjustments
- Perform secondary machining operations as required
- Help to ensure the products we manufacture meet or exceed customer quality expectations
- Ensure adherence to production schedules to ensure on-time deliveries, working closely with production scheduler
- Take the initiative to identify and implement improvements to our processes along with the products we deliver
- Be willing to work overtime when required
- Follow all safety procedures, along with 5S standards
- Participate as an active team member and be willing to cross-train as required (i.e. machining and assembly areas)
- Train and assist others as required
- Adherence to all company policies
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ years of experience in welding, fabrication, or a similar work
- Ability to work independently with minimal instruction and supervision and effectively plan, organize, and execute own activities
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers, vendors and colleagues
- Ability to read and interpret technical prints and drawings without assistance
- Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment necessary for duties performed
- Ability to use hand and power tools
- Ability to weld in all positions and work with all types of plastic materials
- Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted and over 50 pounds with assistance
- Ability to work well with others and take direction and feedback
- Strong attention to detail and ability to problem-solve
An offer of employment at ATG is subject to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.